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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
AnIuSpInents,

The Stuart Company have been filling a
very successful week at the Opera House,
giving excellent satisfaction in fine roper
toire of plays, Topight they will present
the Ticket Of Leave Man." and at a matinee
this afternoon "The Gold King"
On Tuesday evening, May Bird, the Opera
House will be occupied by the tragedian,
Geo. C. Mlin, in Buliver Lyttons great play
of "Richeieu"
Mr. Min is to be congratulated on the sue.
cess which is attending his professional
career lie mas met obstacles such as few
have to meet, but he has manfully surmoun,
ted them and resolutely won his way up, in
spite OF opposition. He has dramatic talent
Of high order, and the power and purpose
to accomplish the best results He is dong
better work now than ever before, and in the
short time he has been upon tho stage he has
reached poation rhich f,,r hare been IJ!s to
attain, ercn after iJstme's .Jort His Rich.
ellen is scholarly treat which every lover
Of good acting could enjoy, With the i'm.
provement that Mr. Min is already making,
it is only question Of short time when he
will hold the first honors among American
tragedians.
Seas will be placed on sale al SimOns
music store on Monday morning.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Judge and Mrs. Cation are expected home
from California today, when at the Judge $
request, there will be reunion of the fam.
lily. at which all the children and grand chill
dren will be present 1t will take place at
the rebuilt hom cad, on the north bluff. Ii
is now As years since Judge Cation came TO
Ottawa. Their old friends will heartily vel.
come them home, and are glad to know that
at last reports the health o. Mr.. and Mrs
Cation was excellent.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Several OF the sporting fraternity Of OF
lava made pilgrimage to Rock Island last
Saturday TO settle chicken dispute.
Now, Of course, we don't approve Of this
sor, Of innocent amusement but il chick
ems must be fought, il is just as we'll 70 know
that Ottawa came out ahead on the odd bat
tie, and captured the shskels Of the UNIV Irry
Rock Islanders; as was the CO on this occA-
sion
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Charles NJ. Smith, Of Earlville, sends US q
neat catalogue of the Excelsior Breeding
Stables" tro,ting stock owned by him at
Earlvile, in which we find the following
animals: Alroy. 57l5; Neatwood, 1865,
stations in use; and the brood mares,
Anthem, Fugalia, Jayet,e Wilkes, Right
away, Old Nettie, Althorn, Odolette, all
standards, and Allworth and Alrare. This
is a fine stable of animals-another Of the
many frst.class breeding stables that is fast
bringing La Sale county to the front rank
as a county breeding fast horses.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
License Row AT Seneca.

Seneca is In a state of violent ebuition ;
II is bilin beautiful" rs the old woman
said about her soap. The cause whereof is
this: At the recent village election the
status Of the board was so changed as to
make II half for high license, :! 1000 and
upwards to an amount which would be
equivalent to total prohibition, and the
other half is for low license $500. Seneca
has vigilant temperance element-a circle
Of positive, dogmatic, uncompromising anti
saloonists The modern temperance advo-
cate is q very progressive individual. lie
starts with the moral idea that strong drink
is an evil; next he gets notch further and
considers it an etfense TO good society then
he views il as crime. He begins by moral
suasion on the drinkers, tries high license
on the saloon and ends in total prohibition
OF the manufacturing Of spirits, beer aud
wine. Some Of the Seneca prohibitionists
are also Greenbackers, and every one knows
what fearfully aggressive animal a Green.
hacker is! But when to the windy Green
back statesman is added the mighty moral
question Of prohibition as to strong drink,
y.u have a sort Of indivi dual cyclone that
goes on IN tremendous gyratonsi conquer
ing and to conquer oil that Is out. This
was the faction which carried the late elec
ton at Seneca, and now the ssloonists and
their friends are in the cave of caves OF
gloom, for the high license men will not
grant permits to sell liquids stronger than
water for less than 81 900 to $1,000 per
annum. Their motto is high license or
no license " On the other hand the other
trustees say, GLOW license $500 or no
license" and between the two factions tn e
seven saloons Of Seueca-between these two
mill stones-are liable to be pulverized ex-
ceedingly fine, an put an end to next Mon.
day, when their present licenses will expire
Three able bodied lawyers Of Ottawa have
been consulted in the premises, who unani
mously agree that if the Seneca village
board fail to agree by that date, the Seneca
saloons must close. BEEMus.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
Silk gloves at a bargain.
J. L SCoTT & Co.

A meeting will be held next Tuesday
evening at the court house. to make the nee
essary arrangements for the observance OF
Decoration Day in Ottawa. New officers OF
the Decoration Association will also be elect
ed. This meeting was first appointed for
Monday evening and has been 50 announced,
but word was received by us yesterday that
the date has been changed. 1t is Iuesd iy
not Monday.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Mr.. D. 0. 10y, patentee of new paving
block, was in the city yesterday, making ar
rangements with Mr.. C. d. Hess for testing
Ottawa clays for use in manufacturing his
blocks. 1t is not improbable that if the
clays prove satisfactory (and we have not
the slightest doubt they willy, Mr.. 10y and
ry here,-which in time will assuredly be-
come very large concern, for the demands
of the future are certain to be enormous for
a good material.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

One Of the saddest deaths that has come
to our notice for some time was that of Pat
rick Maher, last Wednesday evening. De
ceased was ffty-on years Of age and leaves
nine children. lie has for long time been
employed in the glass works. He was taken
sick only last week Friday, and died Wed
nesdsy following. His wife died some two
years ago and his death is indeed 4 sad blow
to the household
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

The spring stock Of clothing at the pioneer
clothing house Of A. Alschuler is now all in,
and more complete line Of clothing can not
be found in the county. These goods were
ell selected and manufactured exclusively
for Alschuler, and the patronizing public are
certainly aware of Alschuler's experience
and knowledge of what is best in clothing
He never parsdes his increase of business,
but ever moves on in the way prosperous
merchants 90, is satisfied with small profits,
and is one Of the happiest men when he can
please and give his customers satisfaction.
We call upon you to accept his standing invi-
tation to come and examine his immense
stock in all entirety, from suit OF clothes in
any Of the fashionable makes and cuts to q
hand satchel. Every department, which
comprises shirts, trunks and valises, gents
furnishing goods, straw hats, children's knee
pants and mems and boys clothing, il
crowded with fresh goods.
The popular Pomeroy suit are still "hold-
ing the fort" at Alschuler's and will continue
to do so, ss there is nothing that looks bet,
ter or outwears these suits. They make the
best everyday suit that we know of.
We nearly forgot to mention the Newburgh
overall that beats them all A farmer out
south was complaining this week that his
overal's we're ripped We can only say that
if he will try the Newburgh overalls they
will not rip,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Marseilles is again in the midst Of a
license or no license contest At the late
election the prohibitionists made the issue
and were fairly defeated by 35 majority ;
nevertheless the board Of trustees stand
three for and three against license. The no
license party, therefore, taking advantage
Of the situation, is endeavoring to prevent
the issuance Of licenses. And the war
wakes hot.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

The third annual meeting of the La Sale
County Medical Society will be held at the
Clifton House, in this city, May 10Th, 1897.
The fret session will be held at 10 o'clock
A. ". All members Of the Society are earn
estly urged to be present and contribute all
they can to make i. an interesting and suc-
cessful meeting.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
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WALL PAuQr

We have heretofore mentioned that Hspe-
man & Graham's was the place to get wall
paper. We might add that thu firms selec-
tons evidence most excellent taste and
judgment, as they exhibit this year probably
the most elaborate and elegant designs ever
shown in Ottawa. Their stock is also the
largest, and you can rely upon getting just
what you want in the line Of wall papers at
Hapeman & Graham's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

j. +. Scott & Co. will place on sale to day
a large line Of tapestry. Brussels carpets,
47} to s7Ic; several pieces choice ingram
carpets made at 75c; 1850 yards heavy in
grain carpets at SOC per yard.
Window shades SOC to 81. Lace curtains
% to SOC per yard, very nice.
Short lengths of carpets, from 8 to Ia
yards, to be closed out at a great bargain
If you need anything in the carpet line
it will pay you to see j. Z. Scott q Co.'S
stock.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Mr.. John Hoffman, a farmer in Grand
Rapids tip, died very suddenly last Monday.
He arose early and went to the barn. Fail
ing to return, search was made for him and
he was found in the barn dead. Coroner
Clendenin of this place was summoned, and
a jury returned verdict Of death from con
gestion Of the brain
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Pete Weast, since his return to Streator,
has been distributing to his friends speci
mems Of his handiwork while at the Joliet
prison in the way Of paper weights Of black
Vermont marble and little books Of leaves
Of Tennessee, Italian aud Vermont marble,
with black covers, &c.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Spring is here and so is Stiefels big
spring stock of tailor. made suits. Tailor.
made suits, all wool and warranted fast col.
ors, at $40 and SIS, and the best goods you
have seen at Sl8. Call and see our tailor
made spring overcoats and suits and save
money. NJ. STEEL.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

The Young Peoples Association Of the
Baptist church held its regular monthly
Meeting at the residence of the Rev. e..
Frederick last Thursday evening. After
he business meeting there was a discussion,
conducted by the pastor, and illustrated
with the many pictures he collected while
abroad
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

A. T Bartells, one of the alleged bcodlers
Of La Sale county, is hunting ior stray fees
in the books of the Probate Court, and
thinks that when he gets through accounts
will pretty nearly balance.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

A pleasant surprise party was that at the
residence Of Mr.. Michael Curtin last Mon
day evening He had jus, finished On addi-
ton to his house, and his friends came to as
,ist him in defeating it. They brought
music and refreshments, and the time passed
very pleasantly till . late hour.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Miss Lizzie Thornton, living north Of
Streator, attempted suicide on Wednesday
by taking lsudanum; cause, dependency
and objection to parental restraint. Her
life was saved.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

That's What They All Say.
"where did you get that late style hat ?"
AT Fiske & Beem's."
That's what they all say.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
Fine stations.

W.. Nicely has at his place in Ottawa SIX
fne, standard bred stations and one pacing
stallion: Byron, record 2;254; Ottawa
Chief, 2:25; Neal, Woodbury., Byron Pilot,
Muscatelle. 1t will pay you to 90 and see
them.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

The amount Of grain and -four transferred
from the c., b. & Q. to the 81 road at
Streator has decreased from 100 cars daily
in the winter months to about 10; which
falling Of the local papers attribute TO the
opening of water transportation U,a the
lakps
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
Too Had, We Apologize.

Our trade is so large aud prices so low
that frequently we lind our salesaen so busy
that customers are obliged to watt to be
waited on. But, if possible, hereafter We
will try to overcome this difficulty.
FisKE & BEEN. One price clothiers.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

MARsIED.-By Rev. Keller, at South Bend,
Ind, at two o clock r. M, Saturday, April
%, Miss EMMA PERKINS to Mr.. A. J. Will
HANSON, of this city.
Mr.. Williamson has been q we'll known
resident Of Ottawa for many years, and
stands deservedly high, both as lawyer,
citizen and neighbor; but he had been con-
sdered so firmly rooted to batchelordom
that when he left the other day for South
Bend, precious few Of US ever dreamed of
such mission. Nevertheless, "Al.' is such
good fellow generally that his friends will
be pleased to know of this result Of his little
trip, aud heartily welcome his bride to Otts-
wa. and wish them all happiness and worldly
success and good fortune.
The marriage Of Miss Eva Nickel to
Henry ]. Dswell took place on Thursday
afternoon last at the residence of the bride,
on the Ridge, Rev Holmes officiating. The
groom is one Of the promising young men
of the city, son Of W. J. Dawell, ESQ, and
holds position with the Victor mill people;
and tho bride is the daughter Of Mr.. and
Mrs. J. Mekell, a young lady Of the SORT
that make men good wives. The young man
is decidedly lucky fellow. There were Q
number of f. lends both from this city and
abroad present, and very pleasant wedding
was resulted. The young people left at 1885,
for = short wedding journey, followed by
the good wishes Of many friends
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

There will be cake sale at the Congre
gational church, in the basement, Saturday
May 7, from l0a. IN. to 4p. m. Everybody
is invited. Special orders for cake may be
left with Mrs. J. X. Cameron.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Do you know that J +. Scott s Co, have
the incest shoe department in Ottawa? And
if you want anything in ladies' aud chill
dreE's shoes you can do the best here.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

The school directors will meet next Mon.
day evening to announce the COMMITTEES and
appoint the superintendent of the city
schools.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Mothers will save time and money by
balling at Stiefels when in want Of boys
and children's clothing. All the spring
styles are to be seen at prices to suit the
t;mna
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Elegant new style hats at Fiske & Beem's.
If you want the correct style hat call al Fiske
& Beems Largest stock. Lowest prices,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

M. Stefel would say TO the working men
that his home made shirts, kersey pants,
overslls and jeans pants are the best made.
Every pair warranted to wear we'll and not
to rip. Try pair and you will have no
other. NJ. SrIEFEL, White Corner.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Dress suits, tailor made, fine material, frs
class fitting garments at Oak Hall.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

The best and cheapest hose in the city at
J. L. Scott & Cos,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Bays and Chiidren's Clothing
Away down NJ fiske & Beem's,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
Children's Waists.

Children's Waists.
Children's short pants separate from the
suits,
Childrep's neckties.
Children's and boys suits, at
FIsKE & BERM's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

When others quote low prices on shoes,
just remember that we wish to be heard
from before you buy. j MgGAFPiS
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

new lot of very handsome chromoe have
just been received at Hapeman & Graham's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
B,r stock of Mems Clothing.

Big Stock of Mems Clothing.
See Fiske 4 Mems new spring stock,
Simply wonderful. Prices away down, and
for style voc are TO the front.
FIsKE & BEEN.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Hurry up boys and get one Of those fine
straw hats for 25cts. at Oak Hall. They are
going like hot cakes,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

FoUND.-A lady's hand.satchel, on La
Sale street, last week. Owner can obtain
same at Wilson'S photograph gallery by
proving properly and paying for this notice
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Mothers should buy knee pants at Oal
Hall. Large assortment and low prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Go to II. c. Strawn for self adjustable
screens.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

MIKADO ROLLS for the hsir-the latest
AT HILLS.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Our 81 shoes for mems wear still takes
the lead J. MEGAFFIS.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
WE LIVE TO PLEASE.

The measure Of life being but span,
We should enjoy il while we can;
To accom- plish this no better way
Than live with all in harmony.
Each should endeavor each to please,
Which can be done with greatest ease.
1t only needs to lay aside
Self, that would our reason guide,
To please has been our life's desire;
We toll for it, but never tire;
And passing years suggest new ways
BY which we may the people please.
For our last effort in this way,
Permit us here word to say,
And introduce you, if you choose,
To our unequalled stock Of shoes.
There's nothing like il in the land,
And prices what the times demand,
Besides in comfort, ease and wear,
You'll find perfection every pair.
A. LYNCH.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Hand turned shoes specially at
J. MEGAYFIN's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Kid gloves, all new. j. E. ScoTr & Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30
Best Doc. white shirts at Oak Hall.

WANrED-For millinery, persons Of ex-
perience or apprentice girls. Apply at the
Nine Cent Store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Get your fine pants, equal to custom
made, and warranted to fit, at Oak Hall.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-04-30

Choice milllnery-all new.
J. f. ScoTr & Co.
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1887-08-11

whom you choose is fully recognized,
and your tenure of office will in no
wise depend upon the vote which
you may cast.
Incompetency or neglect to pro-
perly perform the duties OF the
offices which you severally hold, or
changes which economy may neces-
state, will alone be the basis Of
removal from office.
Competence and good character
should alone be considered in max
ing appointments to office, and
Heads of Bureaux are requested to
act upon this principle in filling
subordinate positions.
ask the support of all Officers of
this Department in carrying into
effect the principles above set forth,
in the firm belief that by so doing
the efficiency of the Civil Service
will be increased and the public in
terests subserved.
Yours faithfully,
LoRRN A. THURsToN,
Minister of the Interior.
Honolulu, August /, 1917.
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1887-08-11
MIssIoNARY TALK.

FpIToR BULLETIN ;-Among your
remarks in last evenings BULLETIN
under the head of can Instructive
Pastime," you allude to what is
with some people favorite bulk
head to fall back on and lean
against, or a good substantial hook
TO hang all sorts Of grievances upon,
and that is the term "missionary."
Now, l think it is very nearly
time that this chronic growl about
"those missionaries" was passed
along the line; send it down to
Samoa, and give us rest. OF all
the exploded ideas that ever struck
a community l believe this misap-
piled term missionary" is the
worst. As you say "a mere defini-
ton of the word is outside the
limits Of their understanding" and
you are right. Furthermore, can
not but believe that il some of those
chronics who are always harping on
that played out chord "those mis-
sionaries," we're themselves imbued
with little of the good old Puritan
sentiment it would be q good thing
for them. i should like to know
where the point of an argument lies,
when, for instance, one overhears
some very learned individual after a
lengthy and windy dissertation on
the resources of this kingdom, wind
up with a dig at "those mission
aries" as being the cause of detri-
ment to its advancement in all sorts
of the latest improvements in social
deterioration.
just let a young man suggest, or
show any appreciation of, mea-
sure that may tend TO the better
ment of his own or anyone else's
social or moral status and he will
be Immediately classed as 'mis-
sionary." Now, this idea is get
ting about played out.
l have lived in this country for
thirty years, and this same sense
less, inconsistent, Incompatible, in
comprehensive and unreasonable
application of the term "mis-
sionary', is and has been the most
malignant blight on the advance
ment of promising young men, that
l know Of. And, right here,
would advise all young men who
have any of that missionary" sem
timent, to stick to it; it's worth
staying by-that's the stuff that
made the United States over there,
across the pond. G.. ii. r.